Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Chronicles 26:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Chronicles 26:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Chronicles 26:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the Chronicler, this verse tells us about a king who built strong towers in the desert and made lots of wells because he had many animals and farms. He also had people taking care of his fields and vineyards because he really enjoyed farming.

2 Chronicles 26:10: Also he built towers in the desert, and digged many wells: for he had much cattle, both in the low country, and in the plains: husbandmen [also], and vine dressers in the mountains, and in Carmel: for he loved husbandry. [digged...: or, cut out many cisterns] [Carmel: or, fruitful fields] [husbandry: Heb. ground]

Contradiction with Luke 12:15-21

2 Chronicles 26:10 highlights Uzziah's achievements, but this passage warns against laying up earthly treasures.

Luke 12:15-21: And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth.

Contradiction with Matthew 19:21

Uzziah’s accumulation of possessions contrasts with Jesus’ advice to the rich young man to sell his possessions and give to the poor.

Matthew 19:21: Jesus said unto him, If thou wilt be perfect, go [and] sell that thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come [and] follow me.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 9:23-24

Uzziah's pride in accomplishments is contrasted by Jeremiah’s admonition to boast only in understanding and knowing God.

Jeremiah 9:23-24: Thus saith the LORD, Let not the wise [man] glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty [man] glory in his might, let not the rich [man] glory in his riches:

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 2:11

The construction achievements in 2 Chronicles 26:10 seem futile in light of Ecclesiastes describing all labor as vanity and chasing after the wind.

Ecclesiastes 2:11: Then I looked on all the works that my hands had wrought, and on the labour that I had laboured to do: and, behold, all [was] vanity and vexation of spirit, and [there was] no profit under the sun.
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